Introduction to Forensic Science and Criminalistics

Robert E Gaensslen, University of Illinois
Howard Harris, University of New Haven
Henry C Lee, University of New Haven

Examination and Interpretation of Patterns for Reconstruction

Multiple Choice Quiz


1	GSR is an acronym used by forensic science to represent:
		A)	Gunshot Residue
		B)	General Scene Reconstruction
		C)	Glass Surface Reconstruction
		D)	Gun Shooting Range
		E)	Gunshot Recoil


2	A "V" shaped pattern is typically associated with:
		A)	Hit and Run case with skid marks
		B)	Drive-by shootings
		C)	Assault cases with blood spatter evidence
		D)	Arson cases
		E)	B and E cases with glass fracture patterns


3	Tangential fracture lines have the following characteristics:
		A)	Encircle the point of impact
		B)	Radiate outward from the point of impact
		C)	Form a crater or cone at the point of impact
		D)	Form hackle marks at the point of impact
		E)	Are also called contact deposit patterns


4	Which of the following factors influence the final appearance of a bloodstain that is formed when a blood droplet strikes a surface?
		A)	The volume of blood
		B)	Target surface absorbency
		C)	Target surface texture
		D)	The impact angle
		E)	All of the above


5	Medium velocity impact blood spatter stains are generally of what size?
		A)	Very small, mist-like stain
		B)	Smaller in size than high-velocity bloodstain patterns
		C)	Smaller in size than low-velocity bloodstain patterns
		D)	Greater in size than low-velocity bloodstain patterns
		E)	Similar in size to those created by high-impact forces

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